Northern Territory top 10 family holiday parks 2018

From Kakadu to Uluru, from Darwin to the outback, the Northern  Territory is a holiday for the most adventurous of families. Feeling up to it? Then start planning your next family holiday at one of these award-winning holiday parks.

1BIG4 MacDonnell Range Holiday Park
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Kids and parents alike will be swept away by the ancient beauty of Australia’s Northern Territory – and as the Northern Territory’s most-awarded holiday park, BIG4 MacDonnell Range is the perfect place to set up camp near Alice Springs. Pedal go-karts, a BMX track and jumping pillows are a little adrenaline junkie’s dream come true, while parents will be pleased by a comprehensive gym, reading room and the new camp kitchens, added just this year. The heated pools are complemented by a special toddlers’ pool, and cots and highchairs are available.

2Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
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From Darwin FreeSpirits’ landscaped pool with poolside bistro to the Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorges surrounding, families are sure to be sharing the stories of a stay in these ancient landscapes for years to come. A communal laundry, kitchen areas, complimentary Wi-Fi and barbecues are convenient features and welcome retreats after days spent canoeing, hiking or just soaking in the beauty of the region.

3BIG4 Howard Springs
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With Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks on its doorstep, BIG4 Howard Springs is packed to the rafters with splash-tastic fun, including three tropical saltwater pools and an all-ages water park. Exclusive to littlies are the jumping pillow and playground, but the whole family will enjoy a hit of squash and leisurely afternoon barbecues on the park grounds. If you’re feeling adventure, a picnic at nearby Berry Springs Nature Park offers clear pools hidden among rainforest that are perfect for swimming.

=4Nitmiluk Gorge Caravan Park
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From a landscaped pool with poolside bistro to the Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorges surrounding, families are sure to be sharing the stories of a stay in these ancient landscapes for years to come. A communal laundry, kitchen areas, complimentary Wi-Fi and barbecues are convenient features and welcome retreats after days spent canoeing, hiking or just soaking in the beauty of the region.

=4Hidden Valley Holiday Park
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Hidden Valley Holiday Park is surrounded by beautiful tropical gardens, conveniently just 10 minutes from the CBD. From modern deluxe villas and open-plan units to ensuite, powered and premium camping sites, you’ll find there’s something for every holidaymaking family here. Take advantage of the on-site tour desk, which can help you book sunset cruises, head on a family fishing trip or take a tour of the famous Kakadu National Park.

5Douglas Daly Tourist Park
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Animal lovers rejoice, there are bandicoots, wallabies, quolls and more than 1,000 species of birds calling this family-friendly getaway home. You’ll find it halfway between Darwin and Katherine, boasting hot springs, gorges, bushwalking and fishing aplenty. In particular, a visit to Arches Waterhole and a natural spa are a must, which you’ll find within the park grounds. You’ll also find a barbecue area, tourist information and booking and an on-site cafe serving tasty treats.

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It’s a tremendous achievement to have your property recognised by the people who matter most: the families who stay there. We love seeing how many wonderful options there are for travellers with kids in tow all across the world, and every year the list is expanding.

As you can probably imagine, it’s a massive job to compile the Top 10 each year, and the Holidays with Kids team has been hard at work for the last few months compiling all the survey responses and sorting them into categories.

Holidays with Kids was the first travel magazine in Australia to do readers’ choice awards all the way back in 2001, our editors are pretty much certified experts in this field.

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